NFL: Important Dates for 2025
One of the main advantages of betting on the NFL is its predictability, allowing fans and bettors to analyze the 2025 NFL schedule and make informed decisions with ease. By reviewing the detailed schedule, you’ll be able to spot the most lucrative betting opportunities and boost your potential winnings. Take advantage of key moments to place your bets, and our team of experts will provide you with all the essential dates and information you need to stay ahead in this thrilling sport.
Here is a summary of the top NFL dates for 2025. All dates are in Eastern Time and are subject to change.
January
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| January 6 | Clubs may begin signing players for the 2025 season, including players from the CFL.
Earliest permissible date for clubs to renegotiate or extend the Rookie Contract of a Drafted Rookie selected in the 2022 Draft or any Undrafted Rookie who signed in 2023. Any renegotiated or extended contract will not be considered a Rookie Contract and will not be subject to the rules limiting Rookie Contracts. Clubs may exercise fifth-year options for players selected in the first round of the 2022 Draft. |
| January 8 | Beginning at 4:00 p.m. New York time, on the Wednesday following the final regular season weekend, rosters for clubs participating in the postseason will be frozen with limited exceptions. |
| January 11-13 | Super Wild Card Weekend. |
| Mid-January (Tentative) | Deadline for college players who are underclassmen to apply for Special Eligibility. |
| January 18-19 | Divisional Playoff Games. |
| January 20 | NCAA National Championship Game (Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia). |
| January 26 | AFC & NFC Championship Games. |
| January 30 | East-West Shrine Bowl. |
February
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| February 1 | Senior Bowl at Hancock-Whitney Stadium in Mobile, Alabama. |
| February 2 | Pro Bowl Games. |
| February 9 | Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana. |
| February 18 | From this date until 4:00 p.m. New York time on March 4, clubs have the option to designate Franchise or Transition Players. |
| February 24 – March 3 | NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. |
March
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| March 4 | By 4:00 p.m. New York time, clubs must designate Franchise or Transition Players. |
| March 10-12 | Negotiation Period: From 12:00 noon, New York time, on March 10 until 3:59:59 p.m., New York time, on March 12, clubs can initiate contact and enter into contract talks with certified agents of players who will become Unrestricted Free Agents when their 2024 Player Contracts expire at 4:00 p.m., New York time, on March 12.
Unrepresented Players, those not having an NFLPA Certified Contract Advisor, are allowed to directly communicate with club front office officials (excluding the Head Coach and coaching staff) about contract terms during the two-day negotiation window. The club must verify the player’s status as an Unrepresented Player. No Unrestricted Free Agent can sign a contract with a new club until 4:00 p.m., New York time, on March 12. |
| March 12 | The 2025 League Year begins, and the Free Agency signing period starts at 4:00 p.m., New York time.
Trading for the 2025 season commences at 4:00 p.m., New York time, after the expiration of all 2024 contracts. The first day of the 2025 League Year concludes at 11:59:59 p.m., New York time, on March 12. Clubs will receive a Personnel Notice containing all transactions submitted to the league office between 4:00 p.m. and 11:59:59 p.m., New York time, on March 12. |
| March 30-April 2 | Annual League Meeting at The Breakers, Palm Beach, Florida. |
| March 31 | Deadline for clubs to fulfill the 2025 funding requirements for guaranteed or deferred compensation in NFL Player Contracts and contracts for non-player club employees. |
April
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| April 7 | Teams that hire a new head coach after the 2024 regular season can begin offseason workouts. |
| April 16 | Deadline for clubs to time, test, visit, interview, or conduct a physical examination with a draft-eligible player at the club facility. |
| April 18 | Deadline for Restricted Free Agents to sign Offer Sheets. |
| April 21 | Clubs with returning Head Coaches may begin their offseason workout programs. |
| April 23 | The deadline by which a Prior Club may exercise its right of first refusal with respect to restricted free agents who have signed offer sheets.
The deadline during which clubs may time, test, visit, conduct interviews (including video and phone calls) or physical examinations of a player subject to the draft at any location. |
| April 24-26 | Annual Selection Meeting/NFL Draft at Green Bay, Wisconsin.May |
May
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| May 1 | Clubs must decide whether to exercise the Fifth-Year Option for players selected in the first round of the 2022 Draft. |
| May 2-5 or May 9-12 | Clubs can choose to hold their post-Draft rookie minicamp over three days, either from Friday to Sunday or from Saturday to Monday, on one of the two weekends following the Draft. |
| May 12 | Rookie Football Development Programs begin. |
| May 20-21 | Spring League Meeting and Coach Accelerator at the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel in Minneapolis, Minnesota. |
FAQ
What does the 2025 NFL schedule include?
The 2025 NFL schedule details all the matchups for the upcoming season, including important games, dates, and times. It serves as an essential guide for bettors looking to place well-timed wagers.
How can I use the NFL schedule to maximize my betting strategy?
By analyzing the schedule, bettors can pinpoint matchups with the highest potential for profitable outcomes. Recognizing key moments like primetime games or rivalries can help you make more informed bets.
Which games in the 2025 NFL season are most significant for betting?
Crucial games like divisional clashes, high-stakes matchups, and playoff-contending games are typically the best ones for betting. These games often have greater attention and feature enticing odds for bettors.
How do I stay updated on any changes to the 2025 NFL schedule?
It’s important to stay connected with official NFL sources, such as their website or social media channels, to track any schedule changes, including reschedules or delays, which can influence betting odds and results.
